Cricket takes a lot of time and effort. So, a big part of the job of grass-roots clubs to to ensure players get the best value possible for their membership fees.

PitchVision Academy are in a great position to find out more about the value different clubs around the world give their members, so we decided to survey some clubs to find out what you get in different parts of the world.

We looked at the cost of adult membership, including annual and match fees and kit costs for several clubs around the world. Then we took an average annual cost (see below).

To make it easy to compare, we translated all the costs into British Pounds Stirling.

Then we looked at what you get for your money: chances to play and train. We averaged this out too, assuming nothing was lost to rain, to find out how many games and training sessions you could have for your money.

The graphic below gives you the headlines:

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We found a lot in common across clubs, including regular training and access to extra facilities such as a physio and gym, although these were always at an additional cost (so not included in these figures).

We also found out that for most clubs, on element impossible to factor in is the social side. The cricket club is so often a focal point for a community where friends and families meet and socialise. That sense of community and belonging is crucial to the health of club cricket.

Do you think you get value for where you play? Leave a comment and let us know.